impactful

adjective

im·​pact·​ful im-ˈpakt-fəl How to pronounce impactful (audio) ˈim-ˌpakt-fəl How to pronounce impactful (audio)
: having a forceful impact : producing a marked impression
impactful song lyrics
impactful humanitarian efforts
Fashion loves a big expansive gesture, but a small one can be pretty impactful, too.Mark Holgate

Examples of impactful in a Sentence

an impactful story of love and redemption
Recent Examples on the Web Jim Morris, vice chair of Pacers Sports and Entertainment and one of central Indiana's most impactful civic leaders, has died at the age of 81. Justin L. MacK, Axios, 15 July 2024 Choosing a three-letter baby name proves that sometimes, the simplest things can be the most impactful. Kara Nesvig, Parents, 15 July 2024 Jones’ short but impactful tenure in Baltimore is marked by monumental highlights on and off the field. Taylor Lyons, Baltimore Sun, 15 July 2024 These values continue to be the cornerstone of my motivation, guiding my aspirations to serve our community with integrity, lead with a spirit of humility, and continue making impactful contributions for the betterment of all our residents. Sam Kmack, The Arizona Republic, 9 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for impactful 

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Word History

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of impactful was in 1939

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“Impactful.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/impactful. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

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